Statics
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Statics
Objective [edit]
By the end of this course, you should understand the fundamentals of forces and moments, and be able to solve equilibrium problems for rigid (non-deformable) bodies in both two and three dimensions.
What You Should Already Know [edit]
In order to completely comprehend the material in this course, you should have a firm understanding of all math leading up to Calculus III. Also, an understanding of basic physics as well as technical sketching is useful.
Contents [edit]
Introduction to Statics [edit]
Preliminary Principles [edit]
Forces [edit]
Resultants of Force Systems [edit]
Rigid Body Equilibrium [edit]
Structural Analysis [edit]
Internal Forces [edit]
Moment of Inertia [edit]
Center of Gravity and Centroid [edit]
Quizzes and Tests [edit]
References [edit]
Acknowledgements and Further Reading [edit]
Printable Version [edit]
There is a printable version of this book.
